The Group of Seven agreed to release up to 100 million barrels of emergency oil and diesel stocks over four months, with substantial diesel volumes in the first 20 days. The US approved 40 million barrels from the SPR. Diesel prices peaked at $6.529/gallon. The release targets record refining margins that have boosted independent refiners. Lawmakers discussed a possible US diesel export ban, but no action has been taken.

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